It's the ship that broke the internet. The USS Abraham Lincoln pulled into Thailand streaked with rust from bow to stern after 286 days at sea — the longest stretch without a full port call in modern Navy history. The nuclear supercarrier's 5,000 sailors and Marines endured combat operations against Iran, food shortages, and reported mental health struggles, including overboard attempts. Trump called the deployment "not nearly long enough." Now, Pattaya gets a busy week — and the Lincoln gets a well-earned repaint.

Battered by war, USS Lincoln finally reaches Thailand

A protest against undocumented migrants in South Africa’s Durban turned violent, with one foreign national arrested and five Congolese nationals reportedly injured. Around 100 protesters joined what they called a “clean-up campaign” targeting an encampment of several hundred foreign nationals outside a government office.

South Africa: 100 protesters join 'clean-up campaign' targeting foreigners 

Nepal on Monday increased the number of deaths to 1,259 and missing to over 4,747 following the devastating flood that swept through a northern of Nepal bordering Tibet (in southern China) last week, according to the latest update from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA). The latest figures reflect an increase of 115 deaths and more than 1,700 new missing persons from the previous count on Nepalese soil alone. 


Nepal flash floods: Death toll rises to 1,259

Iran has accused the US of a war crime after officials said a missile strike killed four people, including two children, at a wedding celebration in southern Iran. The Iranian Red Crescent said missile shrapnel struck the family gathering, while the US military said it “never targets civilians” and was aware of the reports.

Iranian authorities also reported 14 other deaths as tensions escalated. Tehran responded with missile and drone strikes targeting US positions in Jordan, Kuwait, Iraq and Bahrain.

US-Iran war: Iran claims to target US Bases after alleged wedding strike

A new Israeli television poll shows Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political bloc catching up with its Zionist opponents ahead of the October 27 elections. Channel 13 projects 53 seats for each bloc, leaving both eight seats short of the 61 needed for a Knesset majority.

With 14 seats held by mainly Arab parties, the next Israeli government could hinge on who wins their support.

Israel: Latest poll indicates tie between pro & anti-Netanyahu blocs 

The sons of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan have demanded a specialist medical examination for their father, raising fresh concerns over his health and access to medical care. The development has drawn renewed attention to Imran Khan’s condition, his detention and the political tensions surrounding his case. 

Imran Khan's sons demand specialist medical examination

After 286 brutal days at sea, the USS Abraham Lincoln finally pulled into Pattaya. 
Rough, worn and carrying nearly 5,000 exhausted sailors and Marines, the carrier’s arrival laid bare the strain of a protracted Iran war and the human and material toll it exacted. Watch this video as we examing the signs of the toll Iran war has taken on US military. 
The supercarrier is rusting and its clearly visible as Pentagon maintains all is well.

Sin city welcomes American troops, Rusty nuclear carrier arrives in Pattaya 

New rules in North Korea are giving leader Kim Jong-Un greater control over the country’s ruling party leadership, potentially strengthening his grip over the political system. The changes could reshape how key party positions are managed and further consolidate power around the North Korean leader. 

New rules give North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un greater control over party leadership

China’s missile test in the Pacific has triggered a strong response from regional countries, raising fresh concerns over military activity and strategic stability in the Indo-Pacific. The development comes amid growing tensions and an intensifying security competition across the region. 

China's missile test in Pacific triggers united response from regional countries

Pakistan is facing renewed pressure on its power supply as an LNG shortage disrupts fuel availability for power plants. The government has already imposed temporary load-shedding, with officials warning that power shortages could persist until delayed LNG supplies arrive.

Pakistan risks more power cuts: LNG crisis puts power supply at risk 

New Zealand’s critically endangered kākāpō, the world’s heaviest parrot, has made a remarkable comeback. After its population fell to just 51 birds in 1995, decades of intensive conservation have helped raise the number to 325 in 2026, including 90 chicks from the latest breeding season. 

World's heaviest parrot was on the brink with only 51 birds left

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to speed up the construction of 5,000 temples across the state and finalise sites at the earliest. The initiative will prioritise SC/ST colonies, fishermen settlements, weaker sections’ colonies and other areas, while the government also plans to restore 1,000 ancient temples. 

Andhra Pradesh CM calls for speedy construction of temples

Venezuela’s elections remain on hold as US President Donald Trump backs the country’s interim government and says it is not yet ready to hold elections. The delay has sparked renewed debate over Venezuela’s path toward democratic elections, while talks continue over political and institutional reforms. 

Venezuela polls on hold as Trump backs interim government

Miss World Uganda Trivia Elle Muhoza turned heads in a striking gown titled “The Layers of Life,” designed by Keesha Abdallah. The dress was inspired by the seven anatomical layers involved in a C-section, transforming the childbirth experience into a powerful fashion statement celebrating motherhood, womanhood and the strength of the human body. 

Elle Muhoza wears a dress inspired by C-section layers

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned of the potential for armed clashes on Ukrainian streets, highlighting growing security concerns amid the ongoing war. The remarks come as Ukraine continues to face pressure from the conflict and its impact on public safety.

Zelensky warns of armed clashes on Ukrainian streets

2026, after the South American nation failed to guarantee compliance with strict EU health regulations regarding antimicrobial usage. The sweeping ban impacts beef, poultry, eggs, and honey, cutting off Brazil—the EU’s second-largest beef supplier in 2025—over concerns that antibiotics and growth-promoting drugs used in livestock contribute to drug-resistant superbugs in humans.

Brazil Election 2026: Lula’s lead narrows against Flavio Bolsonaro

A U.S. federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from enforcing its latest executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship. U.S. District Judge Deborah Boardman ruled that the new August 6 directive: which specifically targeted "birth tourism" and children of noncitizen parents—is almost certainly unconstitutional as applied to a certified class of immigrant families.

US judge blocks Trump’s new executive order limiting birthright citizenship 

Tensions across the Middle East have reached a dangerous flashpoint following a major wave of U.S. air strikes on Iranian military positions along the southern coast and Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Central Command confirmed targeting Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) air defense systems, radar stations, and maritime assets. Local Iranian officials reported that one strike hit a residential home hosting a wedding ceremony in Kuhestak, killing five civilians and injuring over 50 others.


Iran war: US strikes kill 6, wound dozens | World powers on alert

Catastrophic floods triggered by a glacier collapse have devastated Nepal, leaving more than 1,200 people dead and thousands missing. Rescue teams continue a massive search operation as survivors struggle amid widespread destruction and humanitarian crisis.


Nepal Floods: Relief trucks choke main highway in Nuwakot | WION ground report

The European Union has officially suspended all meat imports from Brazil starting September 3, 2026, after the South American nation failed to guarantee compliance with strict EU health regulations regarding antimicrobial usage. The sweeping ban impacts beef, poultry, eggs, and honey, cutting off Brazil—the EU’s second-largest beef supplier in 2025—over concerns that antibiotics and growth-promoting drugs used in livestock contribute to drug-resistant superbugs in humans.

With potential trade losses estimated at up to $2 billion, the Brazilian government and agribusiness sector are racing to implement strict traceability systems. Meanwhile, British farming unions are demanding the UK follow suit to prevent displaced Brazilian meat from flooding domestic markets

EU bans Brazilian meat imports over antibiotic violation rules

Pernod Ricard’s Scotch whisky brand The Glenlivet has sparked outrage in South Africa following a controversial Women’s Month advertising campaign that linked its 18-year-old whisky to the historic 1956 Women’s March. Featuring actress Dineo Langa, the black-and-white promotional video referenced anti-apartheid icons including Mama Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, Lilian Ngoyi, and Sophie de Bruyn while invoking famous struggle slogans to promote alcohol.

Glenlivet faces backlash over controversial women's march Whisky ad 

A landmark August 2026 report from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Ad Hoc Committee on AI Use has issued a stark warning: generative AI models can now credibly solve nearly all undergraduate-level written assignments, including essays, complex math problems, scientific proofs, and coding tasks.

The findings signal a profound cultural shift across higher education, revealing that traditional take-home problem sets and written coursework can no longer reliably verify independent student learning. With AI tools eroding traditional evaluation methods, universities are forced to rethink their curricula, turning to oral exams, in-class assessments, and restructured teaching models. Watch for a detailed breakdown of MIT's report and what it means for the future of global higher education.


MIT AI warning: Generative AI can now solve nearly all undergrad homework

The Royal Mint has "boldly gone where no coin has gone before," unveiling its first-ever official Star Trek 50p commemorative coin collection to celebrate the franchise’s 60th anniversary. Created in partnership with Paramount, the officially licensed collection features two distinct 50p designs—one showcasing Spock’s iconic Vulcan salute alongside his famous phrase "Live Long and Prosper," and a second highlighting four legendary starships, including the U.S.S. Enterprise and U.S.S. Voyager.

Available in vivid selective color to pay tribute to 1960s television history, the collectible coins cater to a global fanbase that has purchased nearly 800,000 pop-culture coins from the UK mint since 2023.

UK coin set to 'live long and prosper': Star Trek celebrated on UK 50P coins

Catastrophic floods triggered by a glacier collapse have devastated Nepal, leaving more than 1,200 people dead and thousands missing. Rescue teams continue a massive search operation as survivors struggle amid widespread destruction and humanitarian crisis.

Nepal flash floods: Deadly flash floods kill over 1,204; Thousands still missing 

The Tamil film industry (Kollywood) has temporarily averted a major crisis after producer bodies officially deferred an indefinite strike slated to begin on September 1, 2026. The Tamil Film Producers Council (TFPC) and the Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA) put the shutdown on hold following assurances from Tamil Nadu Minister for Information and Publicity A Rajmohan and the state government.

The standoff was sparked by a unilateral rule enforced by exhibitors and distributors demanding an mandatory 8-week OTT release window, which producers argued severely threatened digital monetization and streaming sales. With government-mediated tripartite talks scheduled to take place under Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay after the assembly session, film shootings, post-production, and theatrical releases will proceed without disruption. Watch for a complete breakdown of the Kollywood standoff and the negotiations ahead.

Tamil cinema strike gets called off: Big relief for upcoming releases

India's digital infrastructure is set for a massive expansion, with the nation's data centre footprint projected to quadruple from 27 million square feet in early 2026 to over 101 million square feet by 2030, according to a landmark report by Anarock Capital. Backed by over $300 billion in capital commitments, IT capacity is expected to jump from 1.8 gigawatts (GW) to more than 6.7 GW as operational facilities expand from 164 to 210 nationwide.  Driven by skyrocketing AI workloads, cloud computing, 5G rollouts, and nationwide enterprise digitization, major hubs like Mumbai-MMR, Chennai, and Delhi-NCR are leading the charge. Watch for a complete breakdown of India's multi-billion-dollar data centre boom and what it means for global tech investments. 

India's data centre boom: AI boom fuels $31.6 trillion data race

In an exclusive interview, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has issued a powerful statement from exile, declaring: "I want to return to my homeland." Addressing her planned December return to Dhaka, the 78-year-old leader stated that her decision is driven by a duty to stand alongside the people of Bangladesh amid an escalating political, economic, and security crisis.  

'I want to return to my homeland': Sheikh Hasina exclusive 

The Indian Air Force has successfully conducted a landmark drop trial of the Khagantak-243, an indigenously developed long-range precision-guided glide bomb. Jointly engineered by Nagpur-based JSR Dynamics and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), the 300-kg class munition boasts a stand-off strike range exceeding 140 kilometers when released from high altitudes. Featuring swivel-type glide wings, AI-driven autonomous target recognition, and jamming-resistant GNSS-Inertial navigation, the Khagantak-243 allows IAF fighter jets like the Su-30MKI to neutralize enemy defences from safe distances.

Khagantak-243: India's precision power | Key features

The U.S. Treasury has released a new $1 commemorative coin featuring President Donald Trump, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. The gold-finish coin shows Trump on the front and the Great Seal of the United States on the reverse, with the dates “1776 ~ 2026.” The coin has sparked debate because living presidents have traditionally not appeared on U.S. currency.

US launches $1 Trump coin: First living person on US currency in 100 years 

U.S. President Donald Trump says he is “happy” Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have left the U.S. and returned to Britain. Trump also accused the couple of treating the British royal family with “great disrespect.”

Trump says he’s ‘happy’ Harry and Meghan left US , calls them disrespectful

Germany has accused Russia of being linked to an attempted drone attack, with a German minister saying the incident fits the pattern of Moscow's alleged hybrid operations across Europe. Authorities reported no injuries or major damage, but the incident has heightened concerns about the use of drones and other unconventional tactics targeting critical infrastructure and public spaces. The accusation comes amid growing tensions between Russia and European nations over security, espionage and cyber threats. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the attempted attack as Berlin weighs its response to the alleged security challenge.

Germany-Russia trade blames: NATO, EU rally behind Berlin

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